Chord Mojo 2 Thread ___ [product released January 31, 2022 -- starting on page 95 of thread]

[MickBenjamins]

I had the "wow" effect too 2 weeks ago when I received my unit but since few days I do not feels the same, looke like it sounds normal/boring to me again, but maybe its just my brain getting used to this level of sound quality (or maybe I'm listening when a bit tired so brain is not at 100%). Maybe I need to get back to my previous EarStudio ES100 MK2 to convince me again ^^

Isnt that where the EQ can come into play? To tailor the sound to how you want it to hear at that point?

 

[AmanPreet]

Does anyone else feel that their Mojo 2 clicked into gear after 20 or so hours of use? More depth and warmth, detail better embedded in the soundstage?

Felt that way while first-time use. Maybe not 20 hours for me but definitely has improved from the first day of listening compared to a couple of days into listening. (Enjoying Mojo2 for 2 months now).

Cheers.

 

[dsrk]

I had the "wow" effect too 2 weeks ago when I received my unit but since few days I do not feels the same, looke like it sounds normal/boring to me again, but maybe its just my brain getting used to this level of sound quality (or maybe I'm listening when a bit tired so brain is not at 100%). Maybe I need to get back to my previous EarStudio ES100 MK2 to convince me again ^^

It hits everyone at some point of time
If you have multiple sources/headphones, it can help in these situations. Whenever I feel boring, I will change the headphones or source.

Yea related to your brain learning but also now that you acclimated, you may not be paying the initial attention which was due to your new toy syndrome. But I must say I am still horny, can’t get enough, maybe it’s due to the fact that I’m hearing some details that I’ve not heard before, listening songs from my childhood, rediscovering them.

Yes, it is very normal with everyone going through all of their favorite collection whenever we get new DAP/DAC or headphones.

 

[rlanger]

Depends what matters to you the most.
Mojo classic is capable, can drive EDXS . EDXS is Sundara on steroids, just about everything is more and better.
EDXS is also better at imaging! and here is where you would benefit from M2. Also bass definition is better on M2.
M2 other facilities (EQ, crossfeed etc.) were wasted on me, but you may really need them.
If I were you, since you just got your Mojo, I would get the EDXS , since it hardly requires any EQ, I would sell the Sundara and save for M2.
Now if you could stretch to a used Hugo2 ......

Ok, so I ignored your advice (well, not really) and went for the M2 instead of the EXS. The reason? The M2 came up on my local used online market before the EXS so I decided to jump on it.

And... I'm absolutely over the moon. I loved the OG Mojo for its ability to deliver the first fatigue-free sound experience without having to resort to EQ for me, along with beautiful clarity and imaging, and pure listening joy. But this was best achieved using Exclusive Mode, which meant I had to give up the Bass Shelf I was using in Peace to compensate for the Sundara's slight lack of bass impact.

M2's EQ solves that problem better than I ever could've imagined. You could probably turn the Sundaras into bass canons using the M2's EQ if you wanted to, but I find 1dB @ 20Hz and 3dB @ 125Hz is perfect for the kind of music I listen to.

So, now the plan is to skip the Edition XS and wait for the Arya SE to start appearing on my local used marketplace. I've already seen 2 or 3 pairs come and go, but they sell quickly, and I need to replenish the Audio Fund before pulling the trigger. Thankfully, with Mojo2, the wait will be an easy one.

 

[tezla7]

Anyone tried a different power supply with Mojo 2?
High quality switching power supply or linear psu?
Cables?

 

[headfry]

Anyone tried a different power supply with Mojo 2?
High quality switching power supply or linear psu?
Cables?

On the topic of cables....I use an AQ Jitterbug with the Curious Hugo Link,
really enjoy the sound, for me a massive upgrade!

 

[AnalogEuphoria]

Does anyone else feel that their Mojo 2 clicked into gear after 20 or so hours of use? More depth and warmth, detail better embedded in the soundstage?

For me it was at 18 hours 45 minutes

 

[Nostoi]

Does anyone else feel that their Mojo 2 clicked into gear after 20 or so hours of use? More depth and warmth, detail better embedded in the soundstage?

As with all Chord DACs - no change whatsoever. Sounded great fresh out of the box, still sounded great after months of use.

 

[Lyssky]

For me it was at 18 hours 45 minutes

Well that’s a confident answer

 

[deafLovesMusic]

Does anyone else feel that their Mojo 2 clicked into gear after 20 or so hours of use? More depth and warmth, detail better embedded in the soundstage?

The Mojo 2 clicked right after 20 seconds into my gear when I tested it the first time.
Ok, my setup is quite simple: Samsung Galaxy A52 + Chord Mojo 2 + Austrian Audio Hi-X60/65.

 

[zeluiz22]

Love the Mojo2. Find me a DAP that does EQ like this. I can run brighter phones like DCA Stealth and adjust or my go to 64 Duo and adjust.

 

[Hellhammer]

Hi David. SR25 (mk1) has a warm detailed sound signature and adding Mojo 2 expands the soundstage, detail and punch. To my ears a worthy upgrade and gives another flavor. This duo sounds so good I do not have an urge to invest in a $ high end DAP (also have paw 6000, pocket friendly) As both devices have a similar width they are also easy to stack (see picture).

How would you compare Mojo 2 vs PAW 6000 sound wise?

I currently am in the market for a pocketable and neutral tuned source and can't decide between those two

Thanks

 

[rlanger]

Listening to Waltz for Debby on HQPlayer (trial) through Roon (60-day trial from purchasing Mojo 2) and even through my Hifiman Sundaras, I have to say I've never heard anything so beautiful.

If I close my eyes, I almost feel like I'm back in 1961 at the Village Vanguard.

Is there better, more resolving gear out there? Absolutely. But at moments like this, none of that really matters.

Thanks to all of the music-loving engineers from Chord, Roon, HQPlayer, and Hifiman who have made this moment possible.

 

[zeluiz22]

Is LeFaro on your left or right?

 

[rlanger]

Is LeFaro on your left or right?

Just in front of me to my left. I can reach out and touch him.